St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8-10. Poor cold tolerance, goes dormant and loses color in freezing temperatures.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, carpet-like sward with a coarse texture and bright to dark green color. Grows 2 to 3 inches tall when maintained.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Features a short, membranous ligule with a fringe of hairs and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forms a dense, coarse turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade; needs regular watering and prefers well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 3.5 inches high every 7-10 days during the growing season. Moderate to high maintenance requirement.
Identified on 10/1/2026